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Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Concrete Define A Sustainable Urban Habitat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Concrete Define A Sustainable Urban Habitat
Helga Lilley
The use of charred wooden shingles alongside repurposed concrete establishes a harmonious blend of resilience and sustainability in a thoughtfully designed urban dwelling that fosters community interaction.
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Transparent Glass Facades and Monolithic Concrete Structures in a Sustainable Greenhouse Restaurant
Transparent Glass Facades and Monolithic Concrete Structures in a Sustainable Greenhouse Restaurant
Taisiya Rekun, Mariia Pychkina
With transparent glass facades harmonizing with monolithic concrete forms, the greenhouse restaurant offers a seamless connection to its natural surroundings while providing a unique farm-to-table dining experience.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form A Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form A Sustainable Community Hub
Ghada Ismail, Aliaa Ismail
Charred wooden shingles harmonize with the precision of cross-laminated timber to create a cohesive community hub that emphasizes sustainability and connectivity among its users.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Enhancing Community Connectivity
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Enhancing Community Connectivity
Liliana Vecchina
Inspired by the interplay of charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a layered experience that fosters community interaction in a vibrant public space.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Define Sustainable Urban Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Define Sustainable Urban Living
Aisan Alizadeh, Reyhaneh Shariat zadeh, Kianoush Vali, Hassan Salimi
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and vibrant green roofs, the design transforms sustainable living into a cohesive vertical community space tailored for urban residents seeking a harmonious blend of nature and functionality.
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Textured Concrete Blocks Enhance Community Living In A Sustainable Urban Setting
Textured Concrete Blocks Enhance Community Living In A Sustainable Urban Setting
Elias Nourry
Constructed with textured concrete blocks and integrated green spaces, this urban residence embodies a modern approach to community living, fostering connections among residents while prioritizing sustainability.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Functional Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Functional Community Hub
Justin Chan
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this community hub seamlessly blends sustainable materials with functional design to create a welcoming space for social interaction and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Recycled Plastic Beams Create Flexible Cycling Infrastructure
Charred Wooden Shingles and Recycled Plastic Beams Create Flexible Cycling Infrastructure
Rafael Esteva simon
Utilizing recycled plastic beams and charred wooden shingles, this modular cycling infrastructure enhances urban connectivity while fostering community engagement and environmental responsibility.
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Modular Design Featuring Cyclopean Walls and Sustainable Local Materials in a Modern Castle Concept
Modular Design Featuring Cyclopean Walls and Sustainable Local Materials in a Modern Castle Concept
Hairo david Dabbah
Crafted from locally sourced stone and recycled timber, this modular castle seamlessly integrates energy-efficient features and adaptable spaces, serving as a dynamic communal living hub.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Envelop Sustainable Community Space Built with Concrete and Glass
Charred Wooden Shingles Envelop Sustainable Community Space Built with Concrete and Glass
Joanna Hobbs, William Foster
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, the community space seamlessly integrates sustainable practices with modern design to foster collaboration and connection among its users.
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Cultural Pavilion Featuring Geometric Roof Forms and Sustainable Spruce Wood Finishes
Cultural Pavilion Featuring Geometric Roof Forms and Sustainable Spruce Wood Finishes
Donald Ryan
Nestled within Iceland's volcanic landscape, this cultural pavilion harmoniously integrates geometric roof forms with sustainable spruce wood finishes to create a versatile space for community engagement and cinematic experiences.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Creating A Multifunctional Urban Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Creating A Multifunctional Urban Space
Randa Omar
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design harmoniously blends sustainable materials and multifunctional spaces to create an engaging urban community hub.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Residential Skyscraper with Charred Wooden Shingles in Urban Community Setting
Cross-Laminated Timber Residential Skyscraper with Charred Wooden Shingles in Urban Community Setting
Hyosik Kim
Crafted from cross-laminated timber and adorned with charred wooden shingles, this striking vertical interpretation of traditional Hanok creates sustainable living spaces while fostering community interaction in an urban landscape.
incheon south korea mixed-use high-rise residential traditional sustainable community wood modular
Curvilinear Structure Enveloped in Glass and Cedar With Integrated Green Roof System
Curvilinear Structure Enveloped in Glass and Cedar With Integrated Green Roof System
Nicolas Vanegas bustos, Carlos eduardo Pérez montaña, Felipe Langebaek carrizosa, Manuela Silva orozco
Enveloped in a fluid architectural form of glass and sustainably sourced cedar, this pavilion integrates advanced environmental technologies to create a dynamic community space that fosters social interaction and creativity.
chicago pavilion cultural community events sustainability public green gathering natural
Transparent Glass Facade Complemented by Sustainable Concrete and Natural Stone Integration
Transparent Glass Facade Complemented by Sustainable Concrete and Natural Stone Integration
Hye seung Kim, So young Yoon
Utilizing a sculptural concrete design with an interplay of transparent glass and natural stone, the pavilion serves as a contemplative space that encourages personal reflection and artistic expression.
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Reflective Façade and Green Roofs Define Sustainable Urban Living Spaces
Reflective Façade and Green Roofs Define Sustainable Urban Living Spaces
Piotr Sołtys
With a reflective façade that seamlessly integrates with green roofs, this urban development redefines communal living in Melbourne by harmonizing natural elements with flexible residential and commercial spaces.
melbourne residential commercial sustainability urban community green flexibility public space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Create a Versatile Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Create a Versatile Community Space
Parantap Patel, Bhavya Kawat, Purvij Munshi, Vatsal Shah
Emphasizing sustainability through the use of charred wooden shingles and reclaimed timber, the design fosters community interaction while providing a multifunctional gathering space.
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Community space with a façade of palm fronds and energy-efficient design in a desert setting
Community space with a façade of palm fronds and energy-efficient design in a desert setting
Céline Nedelcoux
This innovative community space seamlessly integrates a façade of palm fronds and floating steel slabs to create a sustainable oasis that enhances social connectivity in a challenging desert environment.
desert community sustainable courtyard cultural greenery energy-efficient educational modern residential
Translucent Glass and Timber Framework Creating Inviting Urban Gathering Spaces
Translucent Glass and Timber Framework Creating Inviting Urban Gathering Spaces
Ya-yuan Tseng, Yu-chun Chou, Chun-hao Hsu
Crafted from translucent glass and a timber framework, this innovative urban shelter creates inviting gathering spaces that remain functional and warm in winter, revitalizing social interaction in the heart of the city.
urban lantern community gathering exterior timber glass modular function winter
Charred Wooden Shingles Harmonizing With Cross-Laminated Timber in Versatile Community Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles Harmonizing With Cross-Laminated Timber in Versatile Community Spaces
trevor gunderson, kylie kusleika
Charred wooden shingles envelop a structure defined by cross-laminated timber panels, creating a harmonious blend of modern sustainability and local craftsmanship, resulting in an adaptable community space that fosters connection and collaboration.
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The Architect’s Stair

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MICROHOME

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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction
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Final registration deadline 17 July 2025
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Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge

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The Architect’s Stair
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Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
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Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
Design a safe and supportive space to those struggling with a terminal illness
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Final registration deadline 9 July 2025
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Concrete Pavilion
Design a concrete pavilion
Edition #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 9 July 2025
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Museum of Emotions
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
Edition #7 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
Design affordable housing for Denver
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Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 17 July 2025
The Architect's Chair
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The Architect's Chair

Take a seat and make a statement!
Take a seat and make a statement! Edition #4 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 17 July 2025
Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

Choose a site—used, abandoned, or forgotten—anywhere in the world, and give it a new purpose
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Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
Howard Waterfall Retreat
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
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Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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